Section 1
Overview of the Skeletal System
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Overview of the Musculoskeletal System
The musculoskeletal system is an organ system that enables an organism to move, support itself, and maintain stability during locomotion.
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The Axial Skeleton
The axial skeleton functions to support and protect the organs of the dorsal and ventral cavities and serves as a surface for the attachment of muscles and parts of the appendicular skeleton.
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The Appendicular Skeleton
The appendicular skeleton includes the skeletal elements within the limbs, as well as supporting pectoral and pelvic girdles.